Family Resources Pittsburgh

Say hello to our new Director of Development, Josh Cramer. Josh served on the Family Resources Board of Directors for 7 years before joining as DoD to lead the fundraising effort for our mission. Pictured with his colleagues Mac & Cheese, now full-grown Mental Health Canines, Josh shares details on our programs and his hopes for community involvement in an interview with his local newspaper. Take a moment to read and contact Josh to get involved - https://lnkd.in/dww7qmEw

Arlo Benjamin has been with Family Resources for 12 years and is currently an In-Home Specialist where he’s a part of the FUS (Family Unification Services) Team. FUS champions trauma-informed care and provides support/education for families who are at risk of separation. A challenge Arlo notes about his position is the lack of resources for families, along with client buy-in. What keeps Arlo coming back each day is that he wants to be one of the limited resources out there for families. It is important to Arlo that he pays forward what he received in Pittsburgh. Thank you, Arlo, for giving your whole heart to the families you serve and for the unwavering support you provide to your colleagues as a Peer Coach. To to learn more and to support Family Resources' mission, please visit our website - https://lnkd.in/eqpVQiEk

The staff at Family Resources is always preparing for changes that could affect the lives of our families and our services. Next week, when the NFL Draft in town, is no different. Family Resources Director of Prevention, Brooke Generett Ware, and Jamayia Moore, Operations Manager for our BJWL Out of School-Time program, talked with NPR about the changes that we made to continue to provide safe spaces for our kids to learn. https://lnkd.in/gsfqa7qs

Mary has worked at Family Resources for over 25 years, helping to ensure the safety of children and families. In her current role as Prevention Specialist within the Reach Out to Families program, Mary focuses on parent education, helping caregivers understand age-appropriate expectations for children aged birth through 18 years old. Connecting families to community resources, advocacy in schools, and help with housing and food insecurity are also crucial components of her job. Mary has years of experience facilitating Family Resources court-approved Nurturing Parenting Group for clients who are mainly involved with the court system and/or CYF. After successful completion of the 15-week parenting course, participants receive a certificate of completion that can be presented to the referral source. Thank you Mary for your dedication to children and families. Visit https://lnkd.in/eEuVxUcQ to learn more and support Family Resources' mission #childabuseprevention #familyresources

Mary has worked at Family Resources for over 25 years, helping to ensure the safety of children and families. In her current role as Prevention Specialist within the Reach Out to Families program, Mary focuses on parent education, helping caregivers understand age-appropriate expectations for children aged birth through 18 years old. Connecting families to community resources, advocacy in schools, and help with housing and food insecurity are also crucial components of her job. Mary has years of experience facilitating Family Resources court-approved Nurturing Parenting Group for clients who are mainly involved with the court system and/or CYF. After successful completion of the 15-week parenting course, participants receive a certificate of completion that can be presented to the referral source. Thank you Mary for your dedication to children and families. Visit https://lnkd.in/eEuVxUcQ to learn more and support Family Resources' mission #childabuseprevention #familyresources

Recently, we had to say goodbye to our beloved Buddy, Family Resources' Director of Security. Though small in size, Buddy's presence loomed large. For years, this stylish Yorkie helped create a safe, welcoming, and comforting environment for staff and clients alike, boosting morale with every patrol, tail wag, and well-timed visit. He is deeply missed ❤️ In lieu of flowers, we invite you to honor Buddy's legacy by supporting Family Resources. Your donation helps our team continue the vital work of preventing child abuse and supporting families impacted by trauma. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/eEuVxUcQ

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. An estimated 532,228 children were found to be victims of abuse or neglect in 2024. Family Resources has 10 programs that work to prevent child abuse before it happens, to intervene when something happens, and treat when healing is needed. To support our vision to create a world where no child lives in fear of abuse, please donate https://lnkd.in/eEuVxUcQ If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call ChildLine at 1-800-932-0313

I am so proud of my mother, mentor, friend, and shero, Dr. Mona Generett. Dollar Bank honored her during its annual Black History Month celebration. The following video was created for that event, along with a printed display, which will be permanently located at the Dollar Bank Heritage Center, at Dollar Bank’s historical 4th Avenue site in Downtown Pittsburgh. https://lnkd.in/gfqiKVGn Special thanks to Jason Jones VP Community Development, Morton D. Stanfield, Jr., SVP of Retail Bank and Community Development, Becky Yago, VP Real Estate, and Jim MCQuade, President and CEO of Dollar Bank, for honoring her.

Thank you Toys for Pittsburgh Tikes for delivering toys to Family Resources yesterday!

We surpassed our Giving Tuesday goal by $850! Thank you all for your generous donations.